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Pacifica Senior Living Santa Fe

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Fe is an assisted living and memory care community in Santa Fe, NM.

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  • Interior

    A cozy lobby area with a decorative fireplace and comfortable seating.
  • Outdoors

    A building entrance with a driveway surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
  • Decor

    A modern restaurant dining area with stylish decor and comfortable seating.
  • Living Room

    A spacious and well-lit living room with comfortable seating and a cozy atmosphere.
  • Building

    A sunny outdoor space featuring a pergola, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a building in the background.
  • Architecture

    Entrance of a building with colorful chairs and architectural elements.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, wooden dresser, and a large window with blue curtains.
  • Trees

    A modern building with a unique sculpture at the entrance, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
  • Windows

    Spacious hallway with seating and large windows.
  • Dining

    An elegant restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring tasteful decor and ample natural light.
  • Landscaping

    A vibrant red bench sits beside a sidewalk surrounded by small bushes.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen interior with a wooden floor, countertop, and stylish chairs.
  • Lighting

    A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring wall art and modern lighting.
  • Garden

    A sunny outdoor patio featuring colorful chairs under a wooden pergola, surrounded by lush greenery.

2961 Galisteo Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 81 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Pacifica Senior Living Santa Fe Costs & Pricing

At Pacifica Senior Living Santa Fe, the monthly costs for various room types are designed to provide competitive options within the local market. A studio apartment is priced at $3,000, which is notably lower than both Santa Fe County's average of $3,840 and New Mexico's state average of $3,553. For those looking for more space, a one-bedroom unit is available for $3,800, again undercutting the county's rate of $4,602 and remaining below the state average of $4,055. The semi-private rooms are offered at $4,000 - slightly above the county's average but still below New Mexico's statewide figure of $3,324. Lastly, two-bedroom units are priced at $4,300; while this exceeds both the county and state averages of $5,602 and $4,777 respectively. Overall, Pacifica Senior Living Santa Fe provides residents with affordable options across different living arrangements compared to regional standards.

Floor plansPacifica Senior Living Santa FeSanta Fe CountyNew Mexico
Studio$3,000$3,840$3,553
1 Bedroom$3,800$4,602$4,055
Semi-Private$4,000$3,849$3,324
2 Bedrooms$4,300$5,602$4,777

Overall Review of Pacifica Senior Living Santa Fe

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Memory care feels individualized

Memory care is described as attentive to each person and supportive during transitions.

Several families describe the memory care team as noticing individual needs, staying consistently present, and providing reassurance to both residents and caregivers. One review specifically mentions support around transitioning to hospice without needing a move to a different room. A different review flags a training gap for dementia care and says the staffing level can feel limited.

differentiator 10 reviews mention this

Dining is built around restaurant-style meals

Dining stands out as restaurant-style, with residents and families saying meals are satisfying.

Multiple residents and families comment positively on the dining experience, including generous meals and staff who bring food to residents when needed. Several reviews describe dining areas as restaurant-style and connected to ordering rather than buffet service. Some residents note limits depending on their program or timing, including periods when dining-room use is reduced, but food is still provided.

  • A modern restaurant dining area with stylish decor and comfortable seating.
  • An elegant restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring tasteful decor and ample natural light.
  • A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring wall art and modern lighting.
common 12 reviews mention this

Activities and social events draw interest

Residents describe frequent activities and a social atmosphere.

Residents and families mention scheduled activities across the week, including movie afternoons, bingo, crafts, cooking activities, and field trips. Several reviews also describe the community as feeling more social than a typical facility, with common areas that support gathering. At the same time, a few reviews say activities can be minimal or not communicated early enough for everyone to join.

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff are often praised for responsiveness

Staff communication and day-to-day help are a consistent point of pride in reviews.

Across many reviews, families and residents describe staff as friendly, warm, and attentive—often naming administrators, the property manager, and caregivers who handle requests quickly. Several reviews also mention the staff checking in regularly, helping with comfort, and making families feel supported. A recurring caveat is that staffing can be short, with some reviewers saying care or follow-through can be less frequent than expected.

common 7 reviews mention this

Renovations and cleanliness show up often

Residents and visitors frequently mention cleanliness and ongoing updates.

Many reviewers say the community looks clean and well cared for, including newly remodeled spaces and common areas that feel inviting. Some reviews mention proactive maintenance and quick repair follow-through, while others describe older aspects that still need improvement. A few comments focus on carpeting or room conditions that felt dirty at the time, with management responding after being notified.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Cost concerns and staffing strain

Reviews raise concerns about overall affordability and periods of understaffing.

Pricing comes up both ways: some reviews call it a good deal for the area, while others say the community is overpriced for what they saw. Several negative reviews also describe administrative or billing frustrations, including refunds and fee increases. On the care side, multiple reviews mention staffing strain—either short-staffed situations that affect how often residents get attention or concerns about how dementia care is delivered.

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Features

Housing

  • 74 resident community capacity 74 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Santa Fe Municipal (7 miles away) Santa Fe Municipal (7 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments
  • Walking wheelchair assistance Walking wheelchair assistance

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Santa Fe, New Mexico, offers a convenient and bustling neighborhood with easy access to essential amenities for senior living. With multiple physicians and medical facilities nearby such as the CHRISTUS St. Vincent Pain and Spine Specialists Procedure Center and the Cancer Institute of New Mexico, residents have access to top-notch healthcare services. There are also a variety of dining options ranging from casual eateries like Blake's Lotaburger to more upscale restaurants like Kai Sushi & Dining for those looking to dine out. Additionally, parks such as Ragle Park and Frenchy's Field Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Pharmacies like Sav-On Drugs and Albertsons Market Pharmacy are easily accessible for prescription needs, while cafes like Java Joe's offer a cozy spot to enjoy a cup of coffee. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded community for seniors in search of a vibrant yet supportive environment in Santa Fe.

Physicians

  • CHRISTUS St. Vincent Pain and Spine Specialists Procedure Center (0.1 miles)
  • Steven Weiner, MD (0.1 miles)
  • Santa Fe Community Guidance Center (0.2 miles)
  • Goss, Bryan Dr - New Mexico Cancer Care Associates (1 miles)
  • CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Cancer Center (1 miles)
  • Cancer Institute of New Mexico (1 miles)
  • X-Ray Associates at Santa Fe (1 miles)

Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS St VINCENT PHYSICIANS MEDICAL CENTER (0.1 miles)
  • Major Medical (1.6 miles)
  • Physicians Plaza Surgery Center (2.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Posa's El Merendero (0.3 miles)
  • Frogurt (1.1 miles)
  • Kai Sushi & Dining (1.6 miles)
  • Blake's Lotaburger (1.7 miles)
  • Sunrise Family Restaurant (1.8 miles)
  • Jambo Cafe (1.9 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2 miles)

Parks

  • Ragle Park (0.7 miles)
  • Frenchy's Field Park (2.8 miles)
  • Railyard Park (3.1 miles)
  • Santa Fe Railyard (3.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Sav-On Drugs (0.9 miles)
  • Albertsons Market Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Medicap Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (1.6 miles)
  • Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Smith's (1.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Java Joe's (1.1 miles)
  • Java Joe's (2.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.7 miles)
  • The New Baking Company (2.7 miles)
  • Cafecito (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Modern General (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Lutheran Church of the Servant (2.3 miles)
  • Christ Church Santa Fe (2.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Rail Runner South Capitol (2.7 miles)

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